In the 1980s a family room was added to the back of this historical Connecticut house. The addition has a rather low ceiling and a different floor height from the original house. As this is the space where the family will likely be spending most of their time, we have proposed making this a double height space as part of an addition and renovation. The two different floor heights are mediated by a generous open stair which helps to join the old and new portions of the house in a more seamless transition.
Front of the house
1980's addition at the back of the house
Proposed exterior elevations with an added second storey
Proposed first and second floor plan
Interior perspective of double height kitchen/family room